Steam trains

The NYMR is one of the country's most popular heritage railways. The steam trains of the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, run the 18mile stretch between Grosmont and Pickering, through the beautiful scenery of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, stopping at Goathland, Levisham and Newton Dale. Goathland station is one of the most attractive stations, and has been the setting for many TV and film scenes.

Now you can travel from Goathland to Whitby or Pickering (stopping at all stations in between) by steam train, on most days throughout the summer.

Pullman Restaurant Dining ServiceThe luxurious first class dining service on the Pullman trainprovides a unique dining experience. Whatever the occasion, be it a romantic dinner for two, a family Sunday lunch or a wedding reception, the "Orient Express" style service, excellent food and quality wine will provide glorious memories, long after you have left the train. The Pullman Restaurant Dining service operates most Friday and Saturday evenings throughout the season, and the "Moorlander" for Sunday lunch, most Sundays. (See bottom of this page).

This service starts again in 2014:
Lunchtime service Feb 16th, 22nd, 23rd. March 15th, 16th, 22nd 23rd, 29th, 30th.
Evening service TBC

For details of the Pullman service, go to the NYMR website: www.nymr.co.uk

Murder Mystery Dining TrainsFor a mystery, and journey into the un-known, there are several Murder Mystery evenings aboard the Pullman Dining Trains, where actors stage a murder, and its up to you to do the detective work and find the murderer. Some of the dishes from the menu includes: Murder melon, A stab in the dark, Blood in the bath, Who killed the old cow, and Exhibit A.

2014 dates are: Sat th

To check dates and times of all services, check the NYMR web site www.nymr.co.uk
or telephone 01751 472508

A1 Pacific TornadoIn May 2009 thousands of enthusiasts flocked into Goathland and all the other stations along the line, to see the
£3 millionTornado - the first steam train to be built in nearly 50 years.

Santa SpecialsDuring December (check diary below for exact dates) the Santa Specials run from Grosmont to Pickering and back. For the adults, coffee and mince pies are served on the station, and for the kids, Father Christmas is on the train. Every child receives a gift. A great Christmas day out.

Our first Steam Gala of the year with visiting locomotives, freight trains, double heading, trade stands, local shuttles, real ale buffets and more

May 24th - June 2nd - Wizard of Oz week
June 14th - 15th – Swinging 60’s
A Gala using traction and rolling stock typical of those used along the line during the period and a nostalgic look back at the whole 1960’s era, live music, vehicle displays, evening trains and more

June 28th - 29th - Awesome 70's weekend

July 12th - 13th – Classic Vehicle Weekend
Collection of Classic and Vintage vehicles displayed along the line

December (see above) / Santa SpecialJoin the festivities, and
travel from Grosmont to Pickering with Santa.

Pullman Restaurant and dining servicesA luxurious first class dining service provides a unique and memorable experience. Evening dining trains operate throughout the summer months, offering a five course meal aboard the North Yorkshire Pullman, the Heartbeat Pullman, the Pickering Pullman and the Anniversary Pullman. Lunchtime dining trains aboard the Moorlander, operate throughout the season, offering a traditional Yorkshire Sunday lunch, with a Christmas menu over the Christmas period.

Lunchtime Dining Services 2014 (starts Feb 16th)

"The Moorlander" offers a traditional four course Yorkshire Sunday Lunch and operates throughout the season together with a Festive Christmas Menu over the Christmas period. Departing Saturdays and Sundays from Grosmont Station at 12.50 hrs.

Evening Dining Services 2014 (TBC)

The North Yorkshire Pullman, The Pickering Pullman, Anniversary Pullman, Murder Mystery Pullman and The Heartbeat Pullman, operates during the summer months offering an excellent five course meal.
Fridays from Pickering, Saturdays from Grosmont. For details, go to their website at: http://nymr.co.uk/visitor-services/dining

For dates and times of all other services, check the NYMR web site: www.nymr.co.uk

Between 26th October and 11th November 2013, the National Railway Museum in York, arranged a "Great Gathering" of the 6 remaining A4 locomotives. to mark the 75th anniversary of the Mallard setting the world speed record of 126 mph. The 6 locomotives were: The Mallard, Sir Nigel Gresley, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Union of South Africa and Bittern.